Accountant

Independent Mechanical Supply; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor of plumbing products in Peel Region seeks an Accountant for the Finance team. Responsibilities include bookkeeping, account reconciliation, and financial reporting. Candidates should have a post-secondary degree in Accounting and 1-3 years of experience. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of accounting experience required.
• Experience in accounts payable is a plus.
• Desire to continually be educated in the requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Manage and process invoices payable.

Skills

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Strong understanding of accounting principles

Demonstrated analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Impeccable time management

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

AS400

Job description

Since launching in 2009, Independent Mechanical Supply (IMS) has become GTA contractors’ preferred distributor of plumbing, hydronics, and PVF products. We’re proud to have one of the largest product selections in the industry. Our customers love both our selection and working with our team.

As part of the Finance team, the Accountant will support with bookkeeping, account reconciliation and financial reporting. The role is responsible for a variety of accounting duties including but not limited to ERP account administration, fixed asset administration, journal entries, reconciliations, Accounts Payable, Intercompany transactions and accruals.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Managing and recording daily transactions
• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and reports
• Financial statement preparation and analysis
• Cost accounting and variance analysis
• Treasury and cash management including bank reconciliations
• Assisting in the design and preparation of budgets
• Maintaining and reconciling fixed assets schedules
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support financial decision-making
• Managing and processing invoices payable

Other

• Other duties as assigned

Mandatory Requirements

• Years of Experience: 1-3 years of accounting experience
• Education: Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting
• Software/System Experience: Proficient Microsoft Office 365 skills
• Skills and Abilities:
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles
  • Demonstrated analytical, organizational and planning skills
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline driven fast paced environment
  • Impeccable time management
  • Desire to continually be educated in the requirements of the position

Nice to Have

• Working towards CPA designation
• Experience with AS400
• Accounts Payable experience

IMS is a mid-sized company with a small-company feel. We’re professional, but relaxed, and strive to maintain an open work environment with an accessible senior leadership team. We also value giving our people opportunities to advance. If you’re interested in learning and growing, this is the place for you. Independent Mechanical Supply is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please let us know if you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.